Entrepreneur's StartUps: May 2004

Prime Time
Aging Americans require more and more services--are you tuned in to their needs? A senior-care franchise could be your big break in this growing industry.

Netting a Winner
Before you chase down that business opportunity, make sure it's the right one for you. These tips will get you started.

It's a Mom's World
In between late-night feedings, picking up the kids from school, and kissing those boo-boos away, more and more moms are starting businesses. Do you have what it takes to be a mompreneur?



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Think Positive
Leave your insecurities at the door, and put your best face forward.

Biz 101
Close to Home
Are you trying to connect with other homebased business owners? You may not have to look too far.

Your Name Here
Create the perfect name for your company with these six steps.

Smart Idea
This company makes profits through demotivation.

Get the Word Out
What you need to know before you outsource advertising

Free Money?
Find out if grant money is in the cards for your company.

House Calls
Let's Get Busy
Start cookin' with the hottest homebased businesses in town.

Hiring a Virtual Assistant
How to get help when you don't want employees in your home office

Innovations
All Pumped Up
How to raise the cash you need to boost your product off the ground

Kiosks
Trend-Spotting
Keep up with what's hot in today's market, and your small space will be a big deal.

Opportunities
Two the Rescue
This dependable duo is on hand when technology gives you a hard time.

A Cut Above
A landscaping franchise bloomed into a livelihood for this grad.

Better Safe. . .
One mom hopes child ID cards mean parents will never have to be sorry.

Power Tools
Homing Devices
Zeroing in on technology and furniture for your first home office won't cost a fortune with these budget-friendly ideas.